One bright Sunday not too long ago a group of eighty-nine women returned home from an intense and beautiful spiritual retreat. We were keenly aware that our time together was rapidly coming to an end, but the rich worship continued in our hearts like a fire! We entered the sanctuary excited about all that the …

I always thought it curious that my parents named me April when I was born in the month of October. When I asked them why they picked out this name for me I was surprised to find that it really didn’t have as much to do with the actual month of April as it did …

I always like to start off the new year by asking the Lord to give me a word or phrase to focus on. This year I am asking for a Heart of Wisdom. Psalm 90 is written by Moses, who was definitely a man of great wisdom. In verse 12 he asks the Lord, Teach …

How do you celebrate Christmas? The spirit of Christmas brings forth the desire to be merry and light-hearted, hence the saying, “Merry Christmas!” But Christmas is also a time for reflection of the most glorious of days when the Light of the World came down. It’s easy to get caught up in the activities, but …

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Or is it? Psychology Today reported that up to 45% of Americans tend to dread this festive holiday season. This high percentage is somewhat shocking, but at the same time it’s not. Life keeps moving along whether it’s Christmas time or not and we all have things …

Do you have what it takes to be an “elite achiever?” Last month I was in Austin, Texas, celebrating my husband as his financial planning practice was recognized as one of the best in the country. While there we had the pleasure of hearing former US Navy Seal Clint Bruce speak on how to be an elite …

Have you ever been in an unfamiliar place while it was pitch black dark? Think about how you felt in that moment. Maybe you were scared, nervous, insecure. Now think about how it made you feel as soon as light flooded your eyes and you could see your surroundings. Did you exhale a big sigh …

I love it when the trees start their initial bud of flowers, especially the Japanese Magnolias, or as my daughters and I like to call them, the “tulip trees.” These beautiful trees are the first to bud with their tulip like flowers, ranging from white-pink to deep purple petals. They are a reminder that spring …

Can you believe that another year has passed us by? Wow! That went quickly! I do love a shiny new year, with all it’s potential and possibilities. I like seeing the months laid out and the calendar start to fill up with coffee dates, kids’ activities, conferences, and even project deadlines. I feel such expectant …